Honor 300 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Compare Honor 300 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600, 50MP vs…
Honor
Honor 300 Ultra
$599
11categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26
$790
7categories won
4 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor 300 Ultra takes the overall win
The Honor 300 Ultra claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor 300 Ultra takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Honor 300 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor 300 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,300 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.
Honor 300 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.8x dedicated optical zoom.
Honor 300 Ultra provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 vs $790.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor 300 Ultra vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 437 ppiWinner | 409 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 2600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,140,000 | 3,064,672Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6950 | 10824Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3.8xWinner | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,300 mAhWinner | 4,300 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 167 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 7.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68 |
| Build | Sculpted flowing glass back, aviation aluminum frame, Giant Rhino Glass front | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor 300 Ultra | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599Winner | $790 |
Honor 300 Ultra
The Honor 300 Ultra stands as the apex member of the number series, upgrading the camera system with a 50MP 3.8x optical periscope telephoto lens with OIS, two-way Beidou satellite messaging, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and 80W wireless charging.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,300mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a premium compact smartphone suited for buyers who want top-tier performance without the bulk. Priced at $789.99, it pairs a powerful 2nm processor and exceptional seven-year update support with a bright 6.3-inch LTPO display, though its 25W charging speeds lag behind the competition.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,300mAh